1998 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 730 | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |